History Holds Its Secrets…

The Investigation Continues at the 2026 VLTA Annual Convention

Not every mystery begins with a smoking gun.
Sometimes, it begins with a deed.

This October, step back to 1882 Roanoke, where railroad expansion, hidden records, and long-buried secrets set the stage for The Christmas Current Mystery.

Throughout Convention, clues will be revealed, conversations may hold unexpected hints, and every detail could bring you one step closer to solving the case. Stay alert—you never know where the next clue might be hiding.

One sharp-eyed investigator will crack the mystery and take home a special prize.

Register. Investigate. Solve.

Think you can read between the lines?

Early-Bird Pricing Ends August 14th!

Convention Education Sessions
8-Hours of CE & 7-Hours CLE (PENDING)

MELINDA FRAVEL (1-HOUR CE APPROVED; CLE PENDING)

“A Day in the Life of a Title Examiner: Tales From the Crypts of a Title Production Department”
Tales from the Crypts of a Title Production Department offers a look at the daily work of a title examiner, common title issues, and the challenges of assessor, GIS, and AI-related data concerns in title production.

STEPHANIE VERMILLION (1-HOUR CE & CLE PENDING)

“A Day in the Life of a Title Agent”
More details publishing soon.

CYNTHIA NAHORNEY (1-HOUR CE & CLE PENDING)

“A Day in the Life of a Title Underwriter: Risk Evaluation, Curative Strategy and Coverage Decisions”
More details publishing soon.

DEBORAH S. BAILEY, ESQ. (1-HOUR CE PENDING)

“Anticipating Change, Advancing With Purpose”
More details publishing soon.

LEIGH HUBBARD (1-HOUR CE APPROVED; CLE PENDING)

“People are the Plan: Investing in Employees to Protect and Grow Your Business”
Your greatest asset isn’t your process, it’s your people. This session explores how intentional investment in your team strengthens operations, reduces risk, and drives long-term growth in today’s evolving title industry.

ROBERT MICHAEL (1-HOUR CE & CLE PENDING)

Foreclosures in the Title Industry
More details will be published soon.

MICHELLE STATZ (1-HOUR CE & CLE PENDING)

“Solving Title Issues With Online Tools”
More details will be published soon.

MATTHEW RATHBUN (1-HOUR CE & CLE PENDING)

Artificial Intelligence in the Title Industry
More details will be published soon.

RONALD DONN SCHOLARSHIP ~ Your Golden Ticket

Say hello to the VLTA Ronald Donn Scholarship – your golden ticket to professional growth (and bragging rights). This scholarship can help cover the costs of VLTA education courses and get you one step closer to your goals.

📚 Why apply? ✅ Free education ✅ Career development ✅ Recognition from your peers ✅ Ronald Donn would totally want you to.

So what are you waiting for? Applications are quick, the impact is big, and the only thing missing is YOU.

Applicants for the Ronald Donn Award must demonstrate the following:

Status as a Licensed Title Insurance Agent or VCTE, preference to newly licensed or certified professionals (within past 24 months)
Membership in good standing with the Virginia Land Title Association – individual or company membership
Commitment to attend all educational sessions offered at Convention
Willingness to report on your experiences at Convention for a brief article in the VLTA Examiner Magazine.

Submit your nomination NOW

What Else to Expect at Convention 2026?

EIGHT Speakers & Sessions (8-CE Hours & 7-CLE Hours pending)
Monday Trivia Night with VLTA (optional registration)
“Underwriters Unplugged” Panel & Discussion
Special Guest Keynote & Speaker from ALTA
New Member & First Time Attendee Welcome Reception (by special invite)
Tuesday Opening Night Reception (for all registered Convention attendees)
Wednesday Breakfast & Lunch (for all registered Convention attendees)
Designated Membership Section Meetings (Agents, Title Examiners, and Underwriter members)
Wednesday Night Party & “The Christmas Current Mystery” Clue-Inspired interactive game (for all registered Convention attendees)
A One-of-a-Kind, Member-Made PAC Silent Auction
Sponsor & Vendor Showcase
And much more – Stay tuned as details continue to release!